Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 produces a distinct performance profile in Outriders, defined by a powerful processor and a mid-range graphics card. The measured frame rates show that the RTX 2060 is the limiting factor in most scenarios, while the CPU provides a substantial headroom that prevents bottlenecking. This analysis breaks down the benchmark results by component role, resolution, and settings.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the primary driver of visual output in this configuration. It operates with a base clock of 1365 MHz and a boost clock of 1680 MHz, built on the 12 nm TU106 chip with 1920 shading units. The 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming but becomes strained at higher resolutions and settings. The GPU’s benchmark percentile of 58 indicates it sits slightly above the median of all tested GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 16074 places it near rivals like the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (15996, 0.5% higher) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (16351, 1.7% higher).

In Outriders, the relationship between VRAM and clock speed is evident in the scaling of frame rates. At 3840x2160 Ultra settings, the GPU delivers an average of 24.3 FPS, which is barely playable and indicates the card is overwhelmed by pixel count and texture demands. Dropping to High at the same resolution yields 31.8 FPS, still a marginal experience. The 6 GB VRAM likely becomes a constraint at 4K with Ultra textures, as the card struggles to maintain fluid motion. At 2560x1440, the RTX 2060 shows more capability: High settings produce 67 FPS, while Low settings reach 115.8 FPS. This suggests the GPU’s raw compute power is adequate for 1440p, but the memory bandwidth and capacity limit its ceiling at higher presets. The data indicates that the RTX 2060’s performance is best described as a 1080p-centric card, with 1440p being viable only at medium-to-low settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Ryzen 9 5950X and RTX 2060 ranks 1373 out of 1693 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the lower 19% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the GPU’s limitations rather than the CPU’s capabilities, as the 5950X is a top-tier desktop processor with a percentile of 93 against all CPUs. The combo’s position is influenced by the fact that most higher-ranking setups likely pair stronger graphics cards with similar or weaker CPUs. The 5950X’s average benchmark score of 49062 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-14600K (49166, -0.2% delta), indicating that the CPU’s processing power is not the bottleneck in this pairing.

The low combo rank suggests that while the CPU can feed the GPU with data efficiently, the RTX 2060 cannot translate that into high frame rates, especially at 4K. For context, the GPU’s nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15786, 1.8% higher) and RX 7600S (15996, 0.5% higher), would likely produce similar combo rankings when paired with the same CPU. The data implies that users with this combo are spending on CPU headroom they may not fully utilize in Outriders, as the game’s performance is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions. At 1080p, however, the combo’s rank would improve significantly, as the CPU becomes more relevant.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Outriders?

A: Based on measured FPS, 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution. At Medium settings, the combo achieves 139.1 FPS, and at High settings it reaches 103.1 FPS, both well above playable thresholds. At 2560x1440, High settings yield 67 FPS, which is acceptable, but 3840x2160 results in sub-60 FPS even at Low settings (63.5 FPS is the only 4K row above 60).

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5950X influence performance in Outriders?

A: The CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads, with a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, provide ample processing power. Its benchmark scores, such as 38607 in Cinebench R23 multicore, indicate it will not bottleneck the RTX 2060. The data shows that frame rates scale with GPU settings, confirming the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: Is 6 GB of VRAM enough for Outriders?

A: The 6 GB GDDR6 memory on the RTX 2060 is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at most settings. However, at 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS drops to 24.3, which suggests VRAM capacity or bandwidth becomes a constraint. At 1440p Ultra, the average is 49.9 FPS, indicating the card is near its limit.

Q: What is the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 186.6 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 75.5 FPS. This is a difference of 111.1 FPS, showing that the RTX 2060 handles Low settings with ease but is taxed by Ultra presets, likely due to increased shading and texture work.

Q: How does this combo compare to other GPU pairings with the same CPU?

A: The combo ranks 1373 out of 1693, meaning it is in the bottom 19% of all tested configurations. This is primarily due to the RTX 2060’s mid-range performance (GPU percentile of 58), not the CPU, which ranks in the 93rd percentile. Pairing the 5950X with a stronger GPU would yield a much higher rank.

Q: Can this combo achieve 60 FPS at 4K?

A: No. The only 3840x2160 row above 60 FPS is Low settings at 63.5 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra produce 42.6, 31.8, and 24.3 FPS respectively, all below 60 FPS. To hit 60 FPS at 4K, the GPU would need to be upgraded.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance scaling across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the RTX 2060 shows strong capability: Low settings average 186.6 FPS, Medium averages 139.1 FPS, High averages 103.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 75.5 FPS. This progression shows a smooth decline as graphical fidelity increases, with each settings tier reducing frame rates by roughly 30-40 FPS. The 1080p results are all above 75 FPS, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops are more pronounced. Low settings yield 115.8 FPS, which is still very playable, but Medium drops to 85.1 FPS and High to 67 FPS. Ultra at 1440p averages 49.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 65.9 FPS, indicating that the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth become increasingly strained at higher presets. For competitive play, Low or Medium at 1440p are the recommended choices.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060 struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings average 63.5 FPS, which is just above 60, but Medium drops to 42.6 FPS, High to 31.8 FPS, and Ultra to 24.3 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 39.2 FPS drop, showing that 4K gaming is only feasible at the absolute lowest settings. The data suggests that 4K is not a viable resolution for this GPU, as even Low settings are marginal for a smooth experience. The overall trend across all resolutions is that the RTX 2060 is best utilized at 1080p, where it can deliver high frame rates, while 1440p requires careful settings management, and 4K is largely impractical.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. It features 64 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Its benchmark results are exceptional: a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 38607 and a single-core score of 5450, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14600K (49166 avg score, -0.2% delta) and AMD EPYC 4345P (49595 avg score, -1.1% delta), show that the 5950X is competitive with modern chips.

In Outriders, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations. The 5950X’s high single-thread performance (3dmark single-thread score of 944) ensures that the game’s main thread is not a bottleneck. The measured FPS data supports this: at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 186.6 FPS, which is far beyond what a weaker CPU could deliver with the same GPU. This indicates that the CPU is not limiting the RTX 2060 in any tested configuration. Even at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, the 5950X’s processing power ensures that frame rates are consistent rather than stutter-prone. The 32 threads provide headroom for background tasks and future games, but for Outriders specifically, the CPU’s contribution is to maintain a stable floor while the GPU dictates the ceiling.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, High settings are the best balance, delivering 103.1 FPS with strong visual quality. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and close to the 144 Hz mark, making it ideal for most users. Ultra at 1080p yields 75.5 FPS, which is still playable but not worth the performance cost unless visual fidelity is the priority. Low at 1080p produces 186.6 FPS, which is useful for competitive play but sacrifices too much visual detail.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings provide the best experience, averaging 85.1 FPS. This is smooth and visually acceptable, whereas High drops to 67 FPS, which is still playable but less fluid. Low at 1440p offers 115.8 FPS for those who prefer higher refresh rates, but the visual downgrade is significant. Ultra at 1440p (49.9 FPS) is not recommended, as it falls below 60 FPS and would result in a suboptimal experience. For 3840x2160, Low settings are the only viable option, with 63.5 FPS being just above playable. Any higher preset at 4K results in frame rates below 45 FPS, which is too low for a smooth looter shooter. In summary, the data recommends High at 1080p, Medium at 1440p, and Low at 4K as the best compromises between performance and visual fidelity for this hardware combo.